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B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 1 9 41 LARGE EMPLOYER CATEGORY (250 OR MORE U.S. EMPLOYEES) Hussey Seating Company As a multi-generation family-owned company founded in 1835, Hussey Seating Company treats employees as family. In fact, many second- and third-generation employees work along- side their family mem- bers today. That informs a culture that creates a workplace with a family- like atmosphere. Hussey offers opportunities for career advancement and development. Reward programs include the Silver Plow Award for employees who go above and beyond in their work. This award provides $1 for every year the company has been in business. Spot Awards thank employees for a job well done with $25 gift cards. The big recognition occurs once a year with the Chairman's Award for Employee of the Year, when the honoree is given a $3,500 travel voucher. www.husseyseating.com InterMed P.A. InterMed employees have great things to say: "InterMed encourages a healthy work/life balance by supporting flexible work schedules, four-day work weeks, and the opportunity to work from home. And they added a week of PTO!" "I really like the team environment and how the organization fosters collaboration and camaraderie." Employees are encouraged to bring questions to leadership. Regular meetings and communication ensures they are in- formed about new procedures, poli- cies and company news. Departmental "Fun Committees" hold events such as monthly team breakfasts, a Super Bowl luncheon, and pumpkin-carving contests. Larger events include a sum- mer BBQ, the popular Ugly Holiday Sweater Contest — led by InterMed's enthusiastic CEO and employee recog- nition events with entertainment and more than 100 prizes. www.intermed.com # 20 # 21 Hancock Lumber Company Hancock Lumber Company's presi- dent often says, "An organization's true value is not defined by revenue growth or profitability. The mission is to add real value to the lives of the people who work here." This employee-centric company has a "Team Hancock" approach to its values. People's voices are heard in an inclusive environment that involves the en- tire team in the company's leader- ship processes and decision making. Hancock employees feel that there is an emphasis on promoting a work/life balance. The company offers training and certifications, Employee of the Year gifts and recognition, Years of Service gifts and plaques, and peer-to- peer recognitions. It pays up to 99% of employee premiums; insurance covers gym, yoga and more. www.hancocklumber.com athenahealth athenahealth employees, known as athenistas, are united by their passion to "heal" healthcare. The work is fastpaced, collaborative, and data-driven. As a result, athenahealth offers more than competitive benefits, such as creative workspaces. athenaUniversity offers classes/e- learning focused on profes- sional development. There is bike-sharing, food trucks, lawn games, sabbaticals and more. Fiver Employee Resource Groups focus on creating an inclusive, diverse and dy- namic workplace. Employees are allowed flexible schedules to be able to arrange work and life, including work from home. The casual work environment includes casual dress code and the ability to bring dogs to work. Healthy living options include walking trails around campus and farm-share delivery. Recognition includes awards for contributions and the Extra Mile award, designed to rec- ognize employees with a $100 gift card. www.athenahealth.com # 18 # 19 Build Your Career with Team Hancock NAMED A BEST PLACE TO WORK IN MAINE 6 YEARS IN A ROW www.HancockLumber.com/Employment JESSICA (Team Hancock Since 2016) Job Role: Kitchen Designer Education: BS in Architecture DAVE (Team Hancock Since 1997) Job Role: Truss Designer / Design Manager Education: High School Graduate AUSTIN (Team Hancock Since 2018) Job Role: DriverPro Education: CDL Certified KATIE (Team Hancock Since 2005) Job Role: Sawmill Delivery + Logistics Education: High School Graduate KEVIN (Team Hancock Since 1986) Job Role: Training + Development Manager Education: SMTC SST Engineering, Retired Navy KYLE (Team Hancock Since 1999) Job Role: Account Manager Education: BS in Criminology CAIN (Team Hancock Since 2017) Job Role: Sawmill Machine Operator Education: BS in Game Art and Design DANA (Team Hancock Since 1994) Job Role: Inside Sales Support Education: Voc Tech Degree in Construction AARON (Team Hancock Since 2013) Job Role: Sawmill General Manager Education: BS in Wood Products Processing ERIN (Team Hancock Since 2005) Job Role: Marketing Director Education: BS in Psychology + Spanish